2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 12V301000Jun 28, 20122,070 vehicles potentially affected
  Parking brake
  Covers: Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012

  Reported issue: General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet captiva sport passenger vehicles manufactured from april 26, 2012, through may 17, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to the park brake performance requirements federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "light vehicle brake systems." the park brake cable may not be fully seated in its connector and may separate from the connector. If this…

  Possible consequence: If the vehicle is on an uneven surface, this could result in unintended vehicle movement and a crash.

  Remedy: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and ensure that the park brake cables are connected and secure free of charge. The safety recall began on july 27, 2012. Owners may contact the chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.

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• 11V591000Dec 19, 20113,150 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Power steering fluid
  Covers: Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012, Captiva 2011

  Reported issue: General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 chevrolet captiva vehicles manufactured from october 2, 2009, through april 21, 2011. Driving the vehicle with the transmission in manual mode and in first gear causes the engine and power steering pump to operate at higher speed than is typical. Increased pump speed generates heat that is transferred to the power steering fluid and can result in power…

  Possible consequence: After prolonged exposure to elevated fluid temperatures, the reservoir may leak. Leaking fluid, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

  Remedy: Gm will notify owners and dealers will replace the power steering fluid cooler with an improved version, free of charge. An advisory letter to customers, along with instructions, will be mailed in january 2012. When parts become available, gm will send another letter asking customer to take their vehicle to a gm…

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